Pure Vacation

Mexico is a very populated place, known for its Mayan heritage, rich art, adherence to religion, and their beautiful and stunning beaches. Mexican culture is unlike any other, and the country continues to attract millions of tourists from all over the world. If you want a beach vacation that you won’t forget, be sure you add Mexico to your list.

But what else is missing? Who could forget that Mexico gave birth to a type of cuisine that you can’t find anywhere else. Mexican cuisine is a worldwide favorite, with various versions produced in almost every part of the world. Who doesn’t enjoy spicy tacos, bean burritos, tamales, carnitas, and the like? Mexican food is absolutely addictive, and here is a quick guide to some places to go to for foods you love.

Tacos and tortillas are ultimate Mexican favorites. These corn shells stuffed with vegetables, meat, and spices, are a satisfying meal that you can eat almost anywhere. Sources claim that the use of corn meal and flour shells for tortilla or taco dishes dated as far back as 3000 BC. Today, you can find these favorites in American restaurants like Taco Bell and Del Taco.

In Pachuca, Hidalgo, you can find special methods of preparing quesadillas, or corn and flour shells stuffed with cheese. Sometimes, ham, chicken, and other meats are added for taste. For extra spice, Mexican salsa is added.

If you love Mexican food, you probably know that one of their most popular side dishes or condiments is guacamole, which is mixture of avocadoes and spices. Guacamole is added to almost any Mexican dish. This condiment is said to have originated from the Aztecs, and is loved for its aphrodisiac effect. Mexican cuisine is said to have influences from both Spanish cuisine and Filipino cuisine, from the Philippines.